Syracuse Symphony announces Pick3 subscription program

Syracuse, N.Y. - Syracuse Symphony Orchestra Director Daniel Hege, Bugs Bunny and others set a news conference this morning on Columbus Circle to announce a discount package of three concerts from its 2008-2009 season.

Others scheduled to be present at the 11 a.m. event are an incarnation of Beethoven, and Onondaga County government and civic leaders.

The Pick3 subscription program runs Sunday through Sept. 12. Tickets will be sold for $29 for selected concerts. It is the second year of the special offer and is part of an effort to promote cultural activities in downtown Syracuse. Last year's program sold nearly 5,000 tickets - about 30 percent were first-time SSO patrons. To buy tickets, call 424-8200 or go to www.SSOPick3.com.